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How Can Pain And Swelling In The Ankles Be Treated?

my ankles are swollen and painfull i thought i might have hyper exteded them over the weekend but am wondering now if i am expieriencing a gout flare up. i passed a kidney stone about 6 weeks ago it was the third one in about 8 months between the first and second stone and about 2 years between the 2nd and 3rd stone.i am 49 years old have been in prettey good shape most of my life but have put on some extra weight over the past few years
Fri, 29 Jun 2018
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Swollen ankles and swollen feet are common and usually not cause for concern, particularly if you have been standing or walking a lot. But feet and ankles that stay swollen or are accompanied by other symptoms could signal a serious health problem. Possible cause is lymphedema is filtered through the lymph nodes, which trap and destroy unwanted substances, such as bacteria. When there is a problem with the vessels or lymph nodes, however, the fluid's movement can be blocked. Untreated, lymph buildup can impair wound healing and lead to infection and deformity.

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How Can Pain And Swelling In The Ankles Be Treated?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Swollen ankles and swollen feet are common and usually not cause for concern, particularly if you have been standing or walking a lot. But feet and ankles that stay swollen or are accompanied by other symptoms could signal a serious health problem. Possible cause is lymphedema is filtered through the lymph nodes, which trap and destroy unwanted substances, such as bacteria. When there is a problem with the vessels or lymph nodes, however, the fluid s movement can be blocked. Untreated, lymph buildup can impair wound healing and lead to infection and deformity. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.